I am ready to apply the finish over the feather inlays. I will be using dura gloss ls supreme. Are there any tricks of this trade that I should be aware of. Don't want to goof it up now, looks pretty good for my first one. I want to also thank the individuals who replied to different posts on this subject---couldn't have done any of this without your unselfish knowledge.

Jim:

There are no tricks. However, I suggest that you plan for two or three applications of finish. I coverint the layers of feathers, there will be "hills and valleys". To level them all out, plan for multiple light coats.

Doug Weber
Weber Rod Works

Thanks Doug, not sure I understand. Am I to apply finish over the feathers first or around the feathers first. I do know that it will take multple coats of finish to complete the job.

Coat the entire area, not just the features nor the area around the feathers.

If you're using the newer LS Supreme Hi-Build, you may well find you can do this with just one or perhaps two applications.

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Tom, thanks for the response. Also thanks for the tip on refinishing an old rod a while back. (This is the one I'm finally putting the finishing touches on.) Don't have the Hi-Build at this time, but will be getting some for future use

Jim A little technique I discovered by trial and error, that has worked well for me on inlays, is to almost drip the finish on rather than brush it on. I have secured my feathers on the rod with diluted flex coat CP. A few times when I brushed the finish on, I dislodged or slightly moved or separated some of the feathers. When I drip it on while the rod is turning, the finish runs smoothly and quickly smothers the inlay and then I can delicately spread it out evenly. Hope things turn out well. Steve